Quality Operations Manager, Microbiology

BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.

At BIOVECTRA, we are passionate about improving patient care by making better therapeutics as a contract drug manufacturing organization (CDMO) that supports the top pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the world. Be part of a team with a global reach that also has a great community vibe. We care about each other and live our values of teamwork, respect, professionalism, and quality. Diversity is one of our strengths as we strive to offer a welcoming and inclusive environment.

If you have the ability and the passion to lead a team of dedicated microbiologists and be a part of one of the biggest biotech companies in Atlantic Canada, we may have a role for you.

We have an opening for Quality Operations Manager, Microbiology. This is a permanent position based out of our Windsor, Nova Scotia facility.

What The Role Looks Like:

• Leading a dynamic team of microbiologists and environmental technicians to provide timely and accurate microbiological testing and environmental monitoring in support of the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.
• Developing senior members of their team in their roles and mentoring them in their careers
• Collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, and the other members of the Quality team for the continuous improvement and refinement of our manufacturing process to provide our clients and patients with safe, effective products.
• Designing, outlining, and executing investigation plans for the prevention of potential microbial contaminants/environmental isolates.
• Writing, reviewing, and approving Quality Control deviations.
• Ensure follow-up actions arising from audits, corrective action plans, deviations and out of specification investigations are implemented and documented.
• Seeking continuous refinement and improvement of departmental SOPs to ensure facility wide compliance and following current good manufacturing practices
• Taking a lead role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of the quality control microbiology laboratories and maintaining the highest standards of quality.
• Building and maintaining close communication with clients and project managers on microbiological and environmental monitoring issues.
• Implementing continuous improvement of departmental SOPs to ensure compliance with USP<61>, <62>, and <71> other compendial microbiological test methodologies.

Enough about us. Let’s Talk About You!

What You will Bring to the Team:

• B.Sc. in Microbiology or related field with supervisory experience required.
• MSc or PhD are considered an asset.
• Experience leading and developing a team in a high throughput environment
• Ability to relay scientific information to project managers and clients through presentations
• Previous experience in a regulated microbiology lab
• Experience with manufacturing investigations into contamination is considered an asset.
• Technical proficiency with qualifications of laminar flow hoods and BSC’s
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as Vitek II, Growth Direct
• Experience with microbial speciation
• A curiosity and willingness to learn
• A strong commitment to quality

BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the “Apply Now” button.

Closing: August 19, 2024

Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply! We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.